History

The close relationship between Boeing and India goes back approximately 70 years, when Tata Airlines flew DC-3s. India entered the jet age on the wings of Boeing commercial jetliners. Boeing jets continue to be the mainstay of the country’s domestic and intercontinental commercial fleets.

New opportunities for partnership have emerged in the area of defense, Indian industry and technology. In January 2009, the government of India selected the P-8I to fulfill its long-range maritime reconnaissance and antisubmarine requirements. In March 2009, Boeing opened the Boeing Research & Technology center in Bangalore to advance aerospace innovation. Recently, in June 2011, India’s Ministry of Defence signed an agreement with the U.S. government to acquire 10 Boeing C-17 Globemaster III airlifters.

In addition, Boeing is focused on creating sustainable value in the Indian aerospace sector. The company has developed important relationships with suppliers in India and is actively pursuing technical and business partnerships with Indian companies and institutions. Boeing is uniquely positioned for growth in the burgeoning aircraft services and support market.

Boeing established a wholly owned Indian subsidiary, Boeing International Corporation India Private Limited (BICIPL), in 2003 to support the growing demands of India’s aerospace industry. Boeing also has an office in Bangalore and Field Service offices in Mumbai and New Delhi. In 2008, Boeing subsidiary Aviall established its presence in India and has opened India’s first aircraft parts distribution center in Noida near New Delhi. Another Boeing subsidiary, Jeppesen, a provider of flight navigation solutions, has established its presence in Hyderabad. Another Boeing subsidiary, CDG, is expanding in the country.

History of Boeing in India

1923: As part of Douglas Aircraft Company’s (now Boeing) historic flight around the world, three Douglas World cruisers reach Calcutta